Melissa is a feminine white floral, powdery, violet and musky fragrance, released in 2009.
It opens with Violet, Passionfruit and Bergamot, a heart of Jasmine, Gardenia, Ylang-Ylang and Lily-of-the-Valley, and dries down to Musk, Amber, Sandalowood and Red Cedar.
On skin it lasts around 4 hours, projects 7/10, leaves 3/10 sillage.
Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to Melissa.
Highlights a prominent violet and floral character that leans into the same style.
Melissa is a feminine white floral, powdery, violet and musky fragrance, released in 2009. It opens with Violet, Passionfruit and Bergamot, a heart of Jasmine, Gardenia, Ylang-Ylang and Lily-of-the-Valley, and dries down to Musk, Amber, Sandalowood and Red Cedar.
On skin, Melissa lasts around 4 hours on skin, projects 7/10, leaves 3/10 sillage.
The closest alternative to Melissa is Zara Violet Blossom with an estimated similarity of 75%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.
O Boticário Cuide-se Bem Melissa, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Melissa.
Avon Far Away, at about 7h on skin, against about 4h for Melissa.
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